Airlines are nervous as war-related fuel costs climb, but Eagle County Airport is holding steady
Jet fuel prices have nearly doubled due to the ongoing Iran War, causing nervousness in the airline industry, but Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) is holding steady with no immediate impacts on summer flights. EGE is on track for a third straight record season in terms of enplanements, driven by growth in local travelers and loyal national and international visitors.
The Eagle County Regional Airport (EGE) in Gypsum is holding steady despite the airline industry's nervousness about commercial flights this summer due to rising jet fuel prices. Jet fuel prices have nearly doubled during the ongoing Iran War. EGE Director of Aviation David Reid said that at an air service conference, airlines expressed nervousness about fuel costs and were hesitant to commit to growth over the next six months. However, EGE's summer flights are unaffected, with United and American airlines operating as usual. The airport has added direct flights to Chicago and Houston in the summertime, which have seen high demand, with load factors averaging 75%. The Houston connections to Latin America are particularly important for Vail and Beaver Creek visitors and second homeowners. EGE is on track for a third straight record season in terms of enplanements, driven by growth in local travelers and loyal national and international visitors. The average domestic fare out of EGE decreased by $50 per ticket year over year, making it a more competitive option compared to Denver International Airport.
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